Mr. Standfast - Buchan, John
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Mr Standfast is the third of five Richard Hannay novels by John Buchan, first published in 1919 by Hodder & Stoughton, London. In this nail-biting adventure story, Hannay must outwit a foe far more intelligent than himself; muster the courage to propose to the lovely, clever Mary Lamington; and survive a brutal war. Although Mr. Standfast is a sequel to The Thirty-Nine Steps, it offers far more characterisation and philosophy than the earlier book. For its pace and suspense, its changes of scenery and thrilling descriptions of the last great battles against the Germans, Mr Standfast offers everything that has made its author so enduringly popular.…mehr

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Mr Standfast is the third of five Richard Hannay novels by John Buchan, first published in 1919 by Hodder & Stoughton, London. In this nail-biting adventure story, Hannay must outwit a foe far more intelligent than himself; muster the courage to propose to the lovely, clever Mary Lamington; and survive a brutal war. Although Mr. Standfast is a sequel to The Thirty-Nine Steps, it offers far more characterisation and philosophy than the earlier book. For its pace and suspense, its changes of scenery and thrilling descriptions of the last great battles against the Germans, Mr Standfast offers everything that has made its author so enduringly popular.
Autorenporträt
John Buchan, 1st Baron Tweedsmuir, was a Scottish novelist, historian, British Army officer, and Unionist politician whose multifaceted career spanned literature, public service, and governance. Born on August 26, 1875, in Perth, United Kingdom, he was educated in law and classical studies, which laid the groundwork for his prolific writing and historical analysis. He gained wide acclaim as a novelist, most notably for his spy thriller The Thirty-Nine Steps, a foundational work in the genre that blended suspense with political intrigue. Beyond literature, Buchan had a distinguished public career, serving in various governmental and military roles before becoming the 15th Governor General of Canada, where he served until his death in Montreal on February 11, 1940. As Governor General, he sought to promote Canadian unity and cultural identity, leaving a lasting impact on national morale during a turbulent era. Married to Susan Buchan from 1907 until his death, he was also the father of William Buchan, 3rd Baron Tweedsmuir, and grandfather to James Buchan and Edmund Fairfax-Lucy. Buchan's legacy reflects a unique blend of literary achievement and committed public service.